Job Description - Brix Cannabis- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Tech
Position Overview The IPM Technician is responsible for executing and managing all pest and disease prevention strategies within the cultivation facility. This role plays a critical part in maintaining plant health, product safety, and regulatory compliance by overseeing all pesticide applications and integrated pest management protocols. Reporting to the Director of Cultivation, the IPM Technician ensures all treatments are applied safely, effectively, and in full compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and company SOPs.
Key Responsibilities
Pesticide Application & Treatment Execution
Perform all pesticide applications including foliar sprays, root drenches, and other treatment methods
Apply biological controls such as beneficial insects as part of the IPM program
Ensure proper mixing, dosing, and application techniques in accordance with product labels and SOPs
Utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times during pesticide handling and application in accordance with product labels, safety guidelines, and company SOPs
Regulatory Compliance
Maintain strict adherence to all applicable state, local, and federal regulations governing pesticide use
Accurately document all applications, including product used, batch information, timing, and dosage
Ensure all pesticide use aligns with approved materials and regulatory guidelines
Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of all pesticides and application materials in compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations and company SOPs
Plant Scouting & Pest Monitoring
Conduct routine inspections to identify pests, pathogens, and plant health issues
Track and report pest pressure trends and treatment effectiveness
Communicate findings and recommend treatment adjustments to management
Sanitation & Prevention
Execute sanitation protocols to prevent contamination and pest outbreaks
Maintain clean application equipment and properly store all pesticides and materials
Support facility-wide biosecurity efforts
Follow all safety protocols, including proper PPE use, to maintain a safe and contamination-free work environment
Data Recording & Reporting
Maintain accurate daily logs of pesticide applications and scouting reports
Ensure all records meet compliance and audit standards
Assist in preparing documentation for inspections or audits
Collaboration & Operational Support
Work closely with cultivation teams to coordinate treatment schedules
Provide guidance on IPM best practices to cultivation staff
Assist with general cultivation activities as needed, including plant maintenance, harvesting, post-harvest processing, trimming, and packaging
Qualifications
Experience with pesticide application, IPM programs, or agricultural spraying preferred
Knowledge of pest identification and plant health diagnostics is a strong plus
Familiarity with cannabis regulations (or willingness to learn quickly)
Strong attention to detail and record-keeping accuracy
Ability to follow strict SOPs and safety protocols
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods (up to 10 hours)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Comfortable working in a cultivation environment (heat, humidity, PPE use)
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